Devon

An arty, quirky, atmospheric place, close to the beautiful coast and river. This eco retreat for two is next to the pool

Set off on blissful walks, trek home to crumpets and tea. There’s no better place to escape the 21st century than rural Devon

Elegant bedrooms, wallpaper with wild boars trotting between trees, squishy sofas by a big wood-burner... Great hosts and good food too!

Guests love the Henley - it’s nicely informal, and cute rooms, big views, and Martyn’s lovely food all hit the spot. Breakfast included too

A seaside inn on Babbacombe Bay with views of sea and sky, rooms to feel happy in, a spa and homely, hearty dining

This is one of those lovely inns that operates as the village sitting room - well-kept ales, local food and cute rooms wait

In the gardens of a laid-back country house, a barn with books, games, faded rugs and grand piano - a treat for convivial families

A studio flat above Lynmouth Bay with a sunny patio and lovely walks all around. Sarah and Ian do B&B upstairs – book breakfast if you want

A country-house hotel wrapped up in Dartmoor's northern hills where dogs are welcome, the food is delicious, and the walking is divine

Canoeing on the Tamar, valley walks galore, with the woodland garden a sea of daffodils in the spring. A magical self-catering hideaway

This hidden valley is the dreamiest part of South Devon. Catch the ferry across the Dart; gaze on the hills; snuggle up by the wood-burner

A stone’s throw from the river Dart, two apartments to take separately or together. Great for families and friends, wild walks and sailing

A light, bright and warm converted barn tucked into a green valley just on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park